Ask A Maritime Attorney: I was stopped by the Coast Guard and searched with no ability to consent or object. Can the Coast Guard preform a warrantless stop?

David Weil

April 13, 2023

Question: Last year I was stopped by a Coast Guard boat while leaving Long Beach Grand Prix on my boat.

Ask A Maritime Attorney: What steps do I need to take when purchasing a boat other than have a professional look at it?

David Weil

April 6, 2023

Question: I just submitted an offer to buy a used boat and I want to do everything possible to avoid

David Weil

March 9, 2023

Question: I have a question concerning the physical damage insurance coverage on my boat. The policy defines the phrase “caused

David Weil

February 23, 2023

Question: I am in litigation over the sale of my boat last year. The buyer sued me, as well as

David Weil

February 9, 2023

Question: Two years ago I was injured aboard a boat during the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. I waited a

David Weil

January 5, 2023

Question I manage a small marina in Northern California and was recently confronted with a “safe harbor” question. One

David Weil

December 29, 2022

Question I own a waterfront home on the Sacramento Delta, and my boat and dock have been damaged several times

David Weil

December 8, 2022

Question: I am buying a boat and am concerned about the possibility of a tax lien being recorded with the

David Weil

December 1, 2022

Question: Last year I completed a major structural repair to my boat after we ran into a breakwater in thick

David Weil

November 10, 2022

Question: I recently reviewed my boat insurance policy and came across some troubling language that I was hoping you could